Diploma Executive · DEPAK
Early Childhood Education
Curriculum, psychology, development, safety and education for young children.
Intake is open — confirm the current class date with a KTAC adviser.
Programme overview
A holistic programme for carers, educators and operators who want to support early childhood development professionally.
If a qualification gap is holding back your next move, this programme helps you strengthen your profile while continuing to work.
2026/2027 class dates
Class Timetable
Classes are held on Sundays, with two intake groups each month - Group 1 or Group 2. Choose the group that fits your schedule.
Group 1 and Group 2 are separate class schedules by intake month - choose one. Confirm which group applies to your programme with a KTAC adviser before registration.
| Month | Group 1 | Group 2 |
|---|---|---|
| SeptemberClosed | 6 Sep 2026 | 13 Sep 2026 |
| October63% Places Filled | 4 Oct 2026 | 11 Oct 2026 |
| November49% Places Filled | 1 Nov 2026 | 15 Nov 2026 |
| December20% Places Filled | 6 Dec 2026 | 13 Dec 2026 |
| January4% Places Filled | 3 Jan 2027 | 10 Jan 2027 |
| FebruaryOpen | 14 Feb 2027 | 21 Feb 2027 |
| MarchOpen | 7 Mar 2027 | 21 Mar 2027 |
| AprilOpen | 4 Apr 2027 | 11 Apr 2027 |
| MayOpen | 2 May 2027 | 9 May 2027 |
| JuneOpen | 6 Jun 2027 | 13 Jun 2027 |
- Programme
- Diploma Executive
- Duration
- 10 months
- Day / week
- Sunday (week 1 / Group 1) or Sunday (week 2 / Group 2)
- Total classes
- 10 classes
Dates are subject to KTAC confirmation and may change by programme, cohort or public-holiday adjustment.
DEPAK
What you will study
The programme covers practical subjects that connect learning with the workplace.
- 01Foundations of Early Childhood Education
- 02Introduction to Early Childhood Development
- 03Core Approaches to Early Childhood Education
- 04Early Childhood Co-Curriculum
- 05Mathematics in Early Childhood Education
- 06Early Education Management and Organisation
- 07Health, Safety and Nutrition
- 08Professional Skills for Preschool Teachers
- 09Interpersonal Communication
- 10Business English
Career pathways
The knowledge developed may support roles such as:
- Nursery Teacher and Educator
- Childcare or Kindergarten Operator
- Trained Carer and Supervisor
- Learning Materials Designer
Diploma Executive
Minimum entry requirements
- 20 years old or above
- 1 year of work experience in any industry
Programme FAQ
Common questions about this programme.
Short answers for the questions students usually ask before registration.
FAQ →What is Diploma Executive in Early Childhood Education?+
Diploma Executive in Early Childhood Education is a Diploma Executive programme for working adults. A holistic programme for carers, educators and operators who want to support early childhood development professionally.
How long is this programme?+
The programme duration is 10 months.
How are classes conducted?+
Classes are online on Sundays through Zoom or Google Meet. Usual schedule: One Sunday each month.
What are the fees?+
Registration fee is RM350. Monthly fee is RM390, and total programme fee is RM3,900. Convocation fee is separate.
Request fee schedule ↗Is this programme MQA?+
No. KTAC Executive Programmes are not MQA/KPT academic programmes. The MQA route is through Kolej Teknologi Antarabangsa Cybernetics and usually takes around 2-3 years.
Can I check if I am eligible?+
Yes. Working adults are encouraged to check eligibility, including applicants without complete academic documents.
Check eligibility ↗Is intake open?+
Intake is currently open. Confirm the latest class date with a KTAC adviser before registering.
Speak with an adviser